Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christine Morton, MD
Otolaryngology Physician (CMS: Otolaryngology) · La Jolla, CA
- NPI 1851589410
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
10710 N Torrey Pines RD
La Jolla, CA 920371035
(858) 554-8964 - Mailing address
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10790 Rancho Bernardo RD
San Diego, CA 921275705
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 29, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Y00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A90510
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851589410. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
956
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$141,255
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 247 | 171 | $137 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 208 | 208 | $176 | |
31231 |
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope | 189 | 147 | $215 | |
31575 |
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope | 137 | 120 | $117 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 75 | 53 | $97 | |
69210 |
Removal of impacted ear wax | 69 | 52 | $46 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 31 | 31 | $120 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in La Jolla Otolaryngology Physician, average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$18
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optinose US, INC. | 1 | $17.61 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
460
Patients
222
Total drug cost
$9,912
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 197 | 75 | $2,980 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | Generic | 65 | 21 | $3,106 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 36 | 27 | $398 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 36 | 15 | $256 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 33 | 29 | $139 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 31 | 27 | $617 |
| Azelastine Hcl | Generic | 26 | 15 | $981 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 13 | $57 |
| Hydrocortisone-Acetic Acid (Hydrocortisone/Acetic Acid) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $1,267 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 11 | 0 | $110 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christine Morton's medical specialty?
Dr. Christine Morton practices Otolaryngology Physician in La Jolla, CA.
Where does Dr. Christine Morton practice?
Dr. Christine Morton practices at 10710 N Torrey Pines RD, La Jolla, CA 920371035. Office phone: 8585548964.
What is Dr. Christine Morton's NPI?
Dr. Christine Morton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851589410, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christine Morton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christine Morton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christine Morton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope (HCPCS 31231). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.